1987 BMW 324 vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 628 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 324 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1650 kg |
